CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Generac GP1800 VS. Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w

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Winner:

Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w:

  • button icon Built with a multi featured control panel
  • button icon Lasting operation with 11.5 hours of run time on a 50% load
  • button icon Up to 7185 of starting watts and 5750 watts of running watts
  • button icon Simple recoil starting system
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Runners Up:

Generac GP1800

Reasons to buy Generac GP1800 :

  • button icon Easy operation with ON/OFF switch
  • button icon CSA Compliant
  • button icon 3.5 gallon steel fuel tank
  • button icon Automatic low oil shut down with overload protection
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PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w

  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
DESIGN:
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SAFETY:
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CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w

Reasons why we like it:

  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Wheel type
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COMPARISON – Generac GP1800 VS. Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Yes, it can be easily transported from one place to another during emergency power needs.

Yes

Yes this generator is portable – wheels and handles enhance its portability from place to place

Starting Watts

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Starts with 2,050 watts

Yes

7185 watts – powerful wattage

Running Stats

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Runs at 1,800 watts

Yes

5750 watts – can run large motor driven appliances and tools at ago

RV Ready

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

RV ready – inbuilt with a spark arrestor ideal for forested areas and automatic voltage regulation

Yes

Has 10 a fold up handle and 10 inch never go flat wheels – RV ready

Gas Powered

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Gasoline powered

Yes

Uses gasoline

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Spends approximately 10.5 hours after a 50% load of gas with about 0.33 GPH of fuel consumption

Yes

N/A

Recoil Start

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Recoil start

Yes

Recoil starting system

Electric Start

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
No

No

Dual Fuel

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Gas fuel type

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

17.1 Amps at peak power and 15 Amps running

Yes

Runs on 59.9/29.9 amperage

VOLTAGE

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

120 Volts

Yes

AC - 120/240V 60 Hz – includes an automated voltage regulation

FREQUENCY

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

N/A

HORSEPOWER

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

163 cc OHV engine type – has a splash lubrication and will run longer

Yes

389cc OHV engine type

ENGINE SPEED

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

CARB Compliant

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
No

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

CSA certified

Yes

N/A

EPA Certified

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
No

Yes

N/A

Cold Start Technology

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
No

Yes

N/A

Easy to Start

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Easy to start using a simple on/off button. Just click on the button and it will power on or off without any complicated steps

Yes

Uses a traditional pull to start mechanism – easy to start

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Features a 3.5 gallon steel fuel tank capacity with an inbuilt fuel gauge

Yes

Large 7.5 gallons – metallic tank capacity. Provides long hours of run time

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Runs for 10.5 hours after a 1/2 load

Yes

Spends 11.5 hours at 1/2 load – enough lighting and connection during power shortage

Runtime (Propane)

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Safeguards engine using a low oil shut off function

Yes

It is built with low oil shut down. Includes built in fuel gauge and circuit breaker

Air Cooled

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Air cools automatically to stop it from getting heat up and damages

Yes

N/A

Engine Capacity

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Generac 163 cc OHV engine capacity

Yes

389 cc OHV – powerful engine capacity

Voltmeter

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

N/A

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

For multipurpose use – created for home use, job sites, camping, tailgating and any other outdoor activities

Yes

Generator is multipurpose – can cool foods, light the house and others connect devices

Heavy Duty

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Heavy duty – will light and keep small appliances and tools connected as it deliver emergency power supply

Yes

Can perform heavy duties – provides lighting to homes, offices, camps and tailgating

Solar Generator

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Framed for durability with hardened steel frame. It is 1¼ inch thick and a full ¼ inch thicker in dimensions for extra strength

Yes

Yes, it has been bonded to frame for durability

Starting method

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Starts using the uncomplicated traditional pull start method – recoil start

Yes

Recoil start

Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

It has an open frame design – stable and is simple to raise above the ground

Yes

Created as an open frame

Outlets

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

1x Duplex 120 Volts 20 Amps (5-20R) with circuit breaker covered outlets to protect them from unwanted debris

Yes

Features 4 household GFCI 120 V outlets and 1 120/240 V. Use the 30 A locking outlet for any portable needs. Rubber outlet covers guard against elements

Portable

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Portable with its low weight of only 80 pounds

Yes

Easy to shift to a different location

Weight

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

80 pounds

Yes

200 pounds

Wheel type

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
No

Yes

Solid never go flat wheels. Easily maneuvers over multiple surfaces

Handle style

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Steel frame handle style – it gives a strong lift during movement

Yes

Fold up handle style. helps in traveling and storage

Warranty

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Warranty lasts a period of 2 years

Yes

2 years – effective on purchase

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

18 x 18 x 13 inches – compact size for simple storage

No

Included Accessories

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Comes with a funnel and owner’s manual

Yes

Rubber outlet covers and oil

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Low oil indicator with a level glance fuel monitoring placed on it

Yes

Shuts down when oil level is low

Low oil shutdown

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

Switches off automatically once low oil is indicated and fuel tank is not refueled.

Yes

Low oil and overload protection. Turns off generator on low oil and overload

Noise Level

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

- Comprised of a 3.5 gallon fuel tank made of steel and built with a fuel gauge for extended runtime and durability - After a 50% fuel load it will run for 10.5 hours - Features a Generac 163 OHV engine with a splash lubrication system and can be air cooled to prevent over heating - Framed for durability using a hardened steel tube cradle with 1¼ inch thick and a full ¼ inch thicker in dimensions - Uses a low oil level indicator and shutdown to protect the engine from damage automatically - Easy to start with an on/off switch and the traditional pull start mechanism - Works with 2,050 watts starting and running watts of 1800 watts - Warranty runs for a 2 year period - 1x Duplex 120 Volts 20 Amps (5-20R) with circuit breaker covered outlets to protect them from dangerous substances - Created for multipurpose use such as home use, job sites, camping, tailgating and any other outdoor activities

Yes

• Built with a circuit breaker for protection • Will spend up to 11.5 hours on a 1/2 load • 10 inches never go flat wheels • Created with an open frame • An instant built in overload protection • Handles Fold once placed on the ground • An automatic oil shut off function • Comes with a spark arrestor – suitable for use in forested areas • Makes use of 7185 watts and 5750 watts for start and running • Includes an automated voltage regulation • High quality metallic fuel tank – 7.5 gallons of fuel • Up to 2 years of warranty • Compact size for simple storage - 29 x 26 x 29 inches • Portable to transport to different location • Has a power surge alternator for large motor driven appliances • Delivers a 120240 Voltage run using gasoline • Easily connects to breaker boxes in homes • Comes with data center on control panel • Rubber outlet covers – protects against elements • Keeps your food cold, lights on and family connected during power blackout • No loud noises during run time • Affordable to purchase and maintain • Comes with easy owner’s manual • Has 4 GFCI 120V household outlets, one 120/240V and 30A locking outlet

Cons

Generac GP1800
Briggs and Stratton 30708 5750w
Yes

- Not built with wheels that enhance effortless portability - Doesn’t include a lock down folding handle for movement and compact storage - Its warranty may not cover every part of the generator - Has only a single fuel type which is gasoline - Not CARB compliant

Yes

• Does not have an electric start option • Not complaint to EPA and CARB • Cannot be run using solar • No dual fuel option – doesn’t use propane • Engine cannot be air cooled • Only one color option – black • Heavy to lift in high surfaces like cars and stairs

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